social conflict

Defines and describes verbally abusive relationships between adults, based on interviews with forty verbally abused women ranging in age from twenty-one to over sixty.

Uses a fifteen-step model to teach children how to get along with each other and resolve conflicts.

Argues against the commonly held notion that violence is a predictable part of the human condition and outlines a program for preventing violent confrontations.

In 1897, in a rural southwestern area of Alabama, an aspiring politician is mysteriously murdered and his outraged friends seek retribution, forming a secret society to punish the townspeople they believe are responsible.

Presents an eight-step method for resolving differences of opinion at home, work, and in the community; and provides a discussion of conflict and its resolution.

Discusses the political violence which has plagued Northern Ireland since 1969, and traces its origins to the seventeenth century.

Examines conflicts within the Confederacy during the Civil War, identifying groups that were opposed to secession and the war for various reasons, and looking at the efforts of plain folks, Native Americans, and slaves who worked to bring the Confederacy to its knees.

Chronicles the military history of Rome from the late second century through the fourth century, providing information on its soldiers, leaders, and military actions.

Discusses how nonviolent weapons have been used to overthrow dictators, obstruct military invaders, and secure human rights throughout the twentieth century.